Buddhist Antique

A magnificent pair of Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) antique Chinese architectural elements with beautifully aged patina. circa 1900 Most impressive large scale, likely sculptural corbels...

Double dragon medallions grace the corners, while elephants, symbols of wisdom and strength, carry incense on their backs in deference to Buddhist or ancestor rituals. Covered in int...

The most popular designs on the Bencharong were Thepphanom with Norasingha, where Norasingha was a minor Buddhist deity-part man, part lion and part deer, residing in the Himaphan fo...

The full set would have been used to decorate the various halls used to perform the lavish Buddhist "Liberation Rite of Water and Land", one of the most important Chinese Buddhist ri...

It is recorded Guanxiu's 16 Lohans were given to a Buddhist monastery near Qiantang (currently Hangzhou) in the province of Zhejiang.

The border is wonderfully rendered consisting of a Buddhist meandering motif pattern, multiple petite floral and vine patterns, woven in complementary orange, yellow and brown patterns.

Originating from Burma, a country renowned for its Buddhist heritage and artistic excellence, this temple carries with it the essence of this rich culture.

The unusual bottle vessel, used as a water sprinkler for Buddhist rituals, is crafted of a heavy stoneware and generously glazed.

In this modern art print, two bonzes are represented during a Buddhist religious ceremony. The black and gray palette is very broad.

Antique Oriental Japanese large fine quality bronze Buddhist Tearai basin for water libation in a temple.

Designs were sometimes based on Buddhist and Daoist themes but were more often sourced from illustrated books including Ming stories such as The Three Kingdoms and The Romance of the...

The bowl form is supported by three separately cast curving legs attached by three boss rivets each. Buddhist monks used this type of vessel during a monthly service of atonement and...

Overall a superb work Dimensions: (approx) 16.5" High, 5.25" Wide, 4.5" Deep; 2lbs We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love religious antiques, from an important tabernacle,...

The head abbot, Fa Ben 法本, thought of a monk named Huiming 惠明 who was known for indulging in food and alcohol, and neglecting Buddhist practices. Sure enough, with the right words, H...

Encased within an elegant Buddhist altar cabinet, this piece embodies the artistry and devotion of generations past.

Often one could even see an altar or banner dedicated to Sansin in a Buddhist temple. The work, ink and watercolor on paper, was most likely a large fragment of a hang scroll.

This mask would have been donned during festivals in the precincts of Buddhist temples. It is carved of light weight cryptomeria wood with skilled attention to the use of the natural...

Despite its vernacular appearance, incense burner like this has a strong religious significance and was believed to be used on the altar table in the Buddhist temple for worshiping. ...

From all religions, periods and cultures, from a Spanish Colonial altar table, Italian tabernacle, Gothic reliquary, relic monstrance, liturgical objects, ecclesiastical icons, white...

Thangkas are devotional paintings displayed by Buddhists in monasteries, temples, and even in their homes.

Originating from Burma, a country renowned for its Buddhist heritage and artistic excellence, this temple carries with it the essence of this rich culture.

The name is thought to derive originally from the Sanskrit word 'kundika' meaning a water vessel, and was an attribute of Hindu and Buddhist deities. Made in China as early as the Yu...

At the age of 16, he became a disciple of Tessai Tomioka, but later attained a degree at Tenryu-ji Temple and entered the Buddhist monastery, becoming the chief priest of Rakuo-in, t...

The fierce dragons face each other, one with its mouth open, the other with its mouth close, in reference to the Japanese Buddhist concept of A-un, symbolizing the beginning and the ...

Some of the earliest stone lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or candle.

Used for centuries to carry gifts of food as offerings to the Buddhist monasteries, Burma, late 19th century.

The most popular designs on the Bencharong were Thepphanom with Norasingha, where Norasingha was a minor Buddhist deity-part man, part lion and part deer, residing in the Himaphan fo...

Paired devas (lesser gods) on throne-like plinths addorse Khmer (Cambodian) script containing tales of Phra Malai, a Sri Lankan arhat or Buddhist saint known for his travels to hell....

Examples of this type were most probably commissioned for monastic use, as textiles of this period are often found in Buddhist monasteries in Tibet.

The sides are decorated with four Thepanom (Buddhist celestial beings) each wearing a broad necklace of petals and seated on a lotus within triangular cartouches that have a coral-re...

In Japan, since at least the Heian period (794–1185), the kesa has been worn by Buddhist priests as their outermost robe, draped over the left shoulder and attached under the right a...

Each of baluster outline, hand decorated in colours of rich enamels with lavish gilding depicting a continuous scene of Buddhist Figures, Warriors and Courtier on a lavish gold backg...

An early 20th century central Asian Samarkand rug with a large circular medallion woven with a pomegranate motif on a pale indigo background, amidst a field of pomegranates in a natu...

The khaden format indicates that it was originally intended as a meditation rug for High Lamas in the Buddhist monasteries. The silky quality of the Himalayan wool, the fineness of w...

The rug's unique shape, reminiscent of a sacred Buddhist thangka, draws immediate attention, making it a standout piece for any decor.

In sandy-yellow border of Buddhist motifs and bold floral rounders between petal-seed, key-pattern and plain stripes.

The symmetrical design features round central medallions in the form of the Wheel of Life, a potent Buddhist symbol of the universe, creation, and eternity.

Fanjing Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands out for its unique biodiversity and sacred Buddhist sites. Keywords: antique map of China, Guizhou map, Qveichev, 17th-century...

Portraits and sculptures of famous religious teachers or monks were common in Zen Buddhist temples to honor the transmission of knowledge, which leads us to believe that this figure ...

This antique marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistry and Buddhist devotion. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 57.5 cm and has...

This is flanked by a row of ruyi heads and an outer layer of stylized mountain peaks, reminiscent of Buddhist "mountain" symbols, reinforcing themes of spiritual ascent and endurance.

History: Water basins Tsukubai are singularly the most popular, frequent and practical garden ornament found in Japanese gardens. They symbolize Buddhist “purification” and are usual...

The palm of his outstretched hand marked with the dharmachakra, the Wheel of the Law, representing Buddhist teaching. The bronze with a beautiful silvery patina.

In Japan, there was a custom of burying Buddhist scriptures in copper tubes or ceramic vessels to preserve them for the future, and this bowl was created as a lid for such a vessel.

The foreground features a prominent pagoda or stupa, which is a typical element in Buddhist architecture, signifying the religious significance of the location.

ABOUT THE MOTIFS The motifs are inspired by ancient traditions (Chinese, Taoist, and Buddhist) and each decorative element holds symbolic significance.

The Japanese characters used for the word shippō (the Japanese term for enamelware) mean 'Seven Treasures'. which is a reference to the seven treasures mentioned in Buddhist texts. A...

By the ninth century there was a statue of Kuan Yin in every Chinese Buddhist monastery. The depiction of a bodhisattva as both 'goddess' and 'god' is not inconsistent with Buddhist...

Each rectangular side with a shou symbol surrounded by five stylized bats on blue enamel background, round top and bottom section cast with Buddhist symbols imagery, mounted on hexag...

The decoration is of Kannon with a rakan on each side of her. In Buddhist iconography, Kannon (also known as Kuan Yin or Avalokiteshvara) is a Bodhisattva associated with compassion ...

This antique marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistry and Buddhist devotion. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 53.5 cm and has...

On the right is a very famous Buddhist fable about a monkey reaching for a reflection of the moon in the water, encouraging people to steer clear of illusions.

This antique marble Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent representation of artistry and Buddhist devotion. Crafted from marble, it stands at an impressive height of 59.5 cm and has...

The Japanese characters used for the word shippō (the Japanese term for enamelware) mean 'Seven Treasures'. which is a reference to the seven treasures mentioned in Buddhist texts. A...

The statue was originally fully lacquered in the deep red gilt lacquer typical of Southern Chinese Buddhist sculpture. Much of the original lacquer now heavily faded, with areas comp...

The Tengger highlands, known for their cooler climate and unique Hindu-Buddhist culture, were relatively isolated in the colonial period, and Salm’s images of this region remain amon...

A Japanese silk embroidery landscape scenery panel depicting a Buddhist pagoda and a temple compound set in a forest with towering pines and red maple trees.

In Chinese culture, altar tables are prominently used in Confucian, Taoist, and Buddhist practices. They serve as a focal point for performing rituals to honor ancestors and househol...

More uncommon is the use of wrapping characters in the three borders, featuring Chinese right-angle characters and rolling ruyi clouds, solidifying this Khotan rug’s place among a di...

This Buddha statue serves as a powerful and meaningful symbol of peace, wisdom, and enlightenment, making it a treasured centerpiece for collectors, practitioners, or anyone seeking ...